What is the role of yoga in the management of hypertension? Explain the prescribed yogic practices for it.

The role of yoga in the management of hypertension is well documented. Aim of treatment of hypertension should be to lower the blood pressure and to prevent further complications. In general, the practices prescribed for the hypertension cases are: I. Prayer- For calmness II. Kriyas: Jalneti, Sutraneti Surya-namaskara and selected practices of Yoga. III. Sukshma Vyayama (Surya-namaskara may be avoided in severe cases) IV. Asanas: Tadasana, Katichakrasana, Konasana, Uttanapadasana, Ardhhalasana, Pavanamuktasana, Vajrasana, Ushtrasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Gomukhasana, Vakrasana, Uttanamandukasana, Shavasana. V. Pranayama: - Nadishuddi, Ujjayi and Bhramari. VI. Meditation: Breath Awareness, Om Chanting and Om Meditation VII. Diet: - Sattvic diet should be followed.